Category: Terrorism and Extremism
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How Many Cheeks Are Left? Close to 200 Christians Killed in Kano, Nigeria.
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Close to 200 Christians were killed in Kano, Nigeria, and they are expected to turn the other cheek. Since 1965, when violence in Nigeria escalated, the victims of these tragedies have often been Christians and Igbos, whether due to religious or tribal reasons. However, the problem extends beyond identification…
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NYSC Camp Reopens in Borno State After 13 Years
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The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has commenced the orientation of corps members at the recently renovated Arabic Teachers College (ATC) camp in Borno State. This marks a significant moment as the camp reopens after a hiatus of 13 years due to insurgency-related challenges. The camp, now able to accommodate…
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Surrender and Uncertainty: Boko Haram’s Exodus Raises Hope and Raises Eyebrows
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Boko Haram’s Defections and the Looming Shadow of ISWAP For more than a decade, the extremist group Boko Haram has inflicted terror on northeastern Nigeria, causing widespread casualties, abducting schoolgirls, and employing suicide bombings. Recently, a significant development has taken place as thousands of Boko Haram fighters, accompanied by their…